Siddal Primary School

A good academy converter school in Calderdale. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Siddal Primary School.

Halifax, HX39DL Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

38

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
30.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 36.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
20 September 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Backhold Lane
Siddal
Halifax, HX39DL
Phone
1422354976
Website
siddal.polarismat.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138657
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Backhold Lane, Siddal, Halifax, HX3 9DL
Website
https://siddal.polarismat.org.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
POLARIS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
236 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
195
Free School Meals
43.4% (85 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.6% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
36.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
98.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 98.0 103.0
2023 102.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
11 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
22
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
195 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Motivation Integrity Respect Resilience Open-mindedness Reflection

Head Teacher's Message

Head of School welcomes pupils to a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where every child can thrive, with a focus on curiosity, creativity and a love of learning; emphasises partnerships with families to ensure each child is supported and part of the school community.

Facilities

ICT suite outdoor woodland area tyre park hall with large equipment outdoor play space

Curriculum Highlights

7 areas of learning taught through play and enquiry-based learning Continuous provision with both adult-led and child-initiated activities Curriculum designed to support progression from Early Years through KS1 Challenge for all using open-ended resources and provocations

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Breakfast Club runs daily from 7:45am; £4.00 per day; must be booked in advance.

Admissions Criteria

We follow Calderdale Council's local authority admissions process: apply online, select up to five schools, receive offers on National Offer Day, use the council process to accept offers and start; in‑year admissions handled via the school office; appeals process available if not offered a place.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club £4.00 per day; School meals £2.50 per day. Universal Free School Meals available for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2; Free school meals applications recommended for eligible families to access extra funding (Pupil Premium).

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